Flexibility while assisting in the daily care of children ages 0-6 years in the Center as outlined on your daily schedule. Assume the role of Primary Teacher when covering the classroom for lunch breaks, planning times, paid time off, etc. Assist in housekeeping, organizing, food service, project preparation and other general activities for Kohl’s Child Development Center (CDC), Kohl’s on-site childcare. Provide training and mentoring to associates.

ACCOUNTABILITIES 

FOLLOW KOHL'S AND CENTER POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AND STATE LICENSING RULES AND REGULATIONS

• Maintain safety, care, nurturance, and active/appropriate supervision of children in your care

• Uphold/implement curriculum set forth by the Primary Teachers and follow Developmentally Appropriate Practices

• Accurately track children in your care and maintain appropriate teacher/child ratios during the course of your shift 

• Assist Primary Teachers in maintaining a classroom environment that meets all state and Kohl’s policies/procedures including but not limited to appropriate child guidance techniques 

MAINTAIN NECESSARY CERTIFICATION TO PERFORM JOB DUTIES

• Attend all staff meetings and recommended/required training

• Meet yearly continuing education requirements

• Ensure necessary documentation for First Aid and Infant/Child CPR with AED training is met on a bi-annual basis

PROVIDE QUALITY CUSTOMER SERVICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS AT EACH INTERACTION

• Treat all of the children with dignity and respect

• Maintain confidentiality of the children and parents

• Work well with fellow associates and supervisors to ensure the needs of the children 

• Write meaningful messages notes in brightwheel™ app relaying information to the parents from the Primary Teacher and/or from the parents to the Primary Teacher as the need arises and charting all diaper changes, feedings, naps, daily activities, etc.

• Greet parents and children throughout the center

ADDENDUM

OVERSEE ALL OPENING AND CLOSING PROCEDURES 

• Oversee drop off and pick up process - answer any questions from parents 

• Close the building which includes keeping track of children exiting

• Follow any and all necessary policies in the event of an emergency

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

• Intro to Child Care Profession (formerly EC1) certified or equivalent

• Effective verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to work as part of a team and interact effectively with others

• If hired, Drug Screen, Health Exam, Fingerprint Based Background Check and TB test required

PREFERRED

• Skills and Strategies for the Child Care Teacher (formerly EC2) certified

• Educational background in Early Childhood

• 80 full days (or 120 half days) working experience in a licensed childcare facility

• First Aid and Infant/Child CPR with AED training 

• Fundamentals of Infant/Toddler Development Certified

• Abusive Head Trauma Certified

• Child Abuse/Neglect Certified

• Customer service experience

• Regular attendance is key to performing the job

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel from Site 1 to Summer Camp when applicable

• Able to lift 40lbs

• Standing, sitting, squatting, bending, twisting, walking, and moving at a fast pace

• Flexibility within hours of operation